ThumbTack Crazy fee structure

I have been a member (Photographer) on Thumb Tack for a few months.My first lead cost me two credits (not bad) to bid.

I didn't get the job and was refunded. The second lead would cost me 4 credits for the same type of gig as the first...what? I didn't get that one either, but was refunded. Now on the third similar lead, it would cost me "7 CREDITS" WTF!

I am cancelling my account as soon as I finish this review.

Don't waste your time and money with this company.You are better off taking your business elsewhere.

Sounds like you're a crappy professional. I've had great success, partially because I actually understand how it works. I've book 32 shoots in the past 8 months using Thumbtack alone, and the "yelp" type atmosphere and reviews are awesome. Quit being a baby.

If the quote is never viewed within 48 hours, your credits are refunded. If someone should decide to read the quote and book you after the refund, you get a freebie -- at least as of this morning. Things change pretty fast with these folks.

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MartianMay 19, 2014#816867

Yeah, come to Mars and take your business here.

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MCApr 15, 2014#805219

Thumbtack claims to be great for local businesses to rebuild after they have moved,, why do they send business that is not local to you then?? SCAM!

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MC2to MCMay 19, 2014#816868

I think they deserve due process first before you calling them "SCAM".D'you agree, MC?

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JcmJmm7913to MC2May 26, 2014#820167

I offer housecleaning services and I get leads and am currently helping two families. The costumer support is really fast with answering back. So far. So good.